Hidden Quantum Champions
🧭 Introducing the Hidden Quantum Champions Series
Exploring the companies shaping the quantum revolution one layer at a time
Quantum technology is no longer a dream confined to research labs, it's becoming an industry. But as with every technological shift, many of the most important players are not the ones making the headlines. At the Polaris School of Quantum, we call them the Hidden Quantum Champions.
They are the companies quietly shaping the foundations of the next era of quantum sensing, communication and computing. From the teams building ultra-stable lasers for trapped-ion systems to those perfecting cryogenic electronics or designing post-quantum cryptography, these champions form the invisible backbone of the quantum ecosystem.
This new series on our YouTube channel, takes you on a journey across the full quantum technology stack from hardware and control systems to software, simulation, and beyond.
🎥 The story behind the series
In the first video, Jonas shares how this idea came to life.
“When I finished my PhD in physics, I realized how little visibility there was into the companies actually building quantum technology. Everyone knew about IBM or Google, but what about the startups making the lasers, cryogenic systems, or ion-traps that make it all work? The goal of this series is to make these hidden players visible to give students, researchers, professionals, and investors an orientation in this emerging field.”
What started as a YouTube channel teaching quantum programming tools like QCoDeS, has now evolved into the Polaris School of Quantum, a platform dedicated to democratizing knowledge in quantum science and technology.
This means two things:
- Accessibility: making complex quantum topics understandable and engaging.
- Community: inviting your opinions, questions, and curiosity into the process.
💡 What to expect
Every episode spotlights a new “hidden champion” company that might not be household names yet but are essential to the quantum revolution.
Each story dives into what they build, why it matters, and how it connects to the broader ecosystem. You'll discover how diverse quantum technology truly is and how deeply intertwined its players are.
Whether you're a student exploring career paths, a researcher transitioning out of academia, or an investor seeking clarity in a fast-moving field, this series is designed for you.
🌌 Why it matters
The quantum revolution won't be built by a single company or country. It's a collaborative, multi-disciplinary effort of humanity. The lasers from one lab, the cryogenics from another, and the control chips from yet another all converge into something greater.
By highlighting the Hidden Quantum Champions, we're not just telling company stories, we're mapping the quantum ecosystem as it grows in real time.
🚀 Join the journey
Grab a drink, take a seat, and dive into the first episode of the Hidden Quantum Champions on YouTube.
Let's explore the companies quietly building the quantum future together.
👉 Watch now on YouTube and follow us on Instagram, and TikTok via @schoolofquantum.